Friday, 31/05/2019 09:58 (GMT+7)
Nigerian President Mumhammadu Buhari has sworn in for his 2nd term, vowing to tackle security threats and root out corruption.
Nigerian President Mumhammadu Buhari (right) and his rival, Atiku Abubakar of the PDP. (Source: EPA/VNA)
Mr. Buhari, a former military ruler, won 56 percent of the votes to defeat his main challenger, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar of the Peoples' Democratic Party (PDP) in the February election.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by many top government officials, including Senate President Bukola Saraki and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Yakubu Dogara.
"I do solemnly swear that I will be faithful and bear true allegiance to the Federal Republic of Nigeria," Mr. Buhari said, dressed in simple white robes and traditional embroidered cap. "I will preserve, protect and defend the constitution."
His rival, Atiku Abubakar of the PDP, who came second with 41 percent of the vote, has, along with other opposition leaders, launched an ongoing legal challenge to the victory.
During his first term, President Buhari faced serious questions about his health. He spent more than 150 days outside the country for unspecified medical treatment.
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo also took the oath of office for a second term that will last till May 2023./.
Compiled by BTA